Question

What is the charge of $Mg$ in $Mg{Cl}_2$?

• A. +1
• B. +3
• C. +2
• D. +4

Answer 1

The correct option is C

+2

The charge of $Cl$ is -1, And the net charge of the compound is 0.

Charge of $Mg$ + (2 $\times$ -1) = 0

Charge of $Mg$ = +2